Peace to J.Nota for this one, RIP J-Dilla.
Grap Luva-Live Recording from XM Radio’s 2008 Jay Dee Tribute Show

J Dilla’s Donuts as Performed by Stray Phrases

The crowd at The Local 269, a shabby New York City bar on 269 Houston Street, could not have been less interested. The bartender scribbled on his notebook, two older men talked to a woman half their age, and a gaggle of NYU students crowded a booth by the stage. Midterms were distant enough that they could drink on a Sunday. When an ear-splitting free jazz session finally died down, three NYU students put down their drinks took the stage.
Stray Phrases is a jazz trio consisting of Storm Siegel on drums, Dave Mainella on piano, and Evan Crane on bass. On Sunday October 17, 2010, they covered J Dilla’s classic instrumental album Donuts from beginning to end. Metal Lungies is proud to bring you a recording of the whole set.

R.I.P. ODB & Dilla.

Big L’s forthcoming “Return Of The Devils Son” which will be released on 11-23-2010. Listen & download this gem below

Big L- Zone Of Danger (produced by J-Love)

Cookin Soul tribute to one the greatest duos in the history of hip-hop “Gang Starr” – Rest in peace Keith Elam aka G.U.R.U Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal

New visual from Group Home, and Jeru dedicated to G.U.R.U. The new Group Home album, Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal drops September 28th.

OB4CL2: Gold Edition available on Itunes

R.I.P. Guru.

New tribute mix from A.G. to the legendary Dilla….download link + tracklist below.

A.G. & J Dilla – Dunkin Donuts (J Dilla Tribute) (Mixtape)

01 Intro
02 Workin’ On It
03 AG On JD
04 We Do It 4
05 Walk On By
06 AG On Loss
07 Dilla 4 Eva ft. Party Arty
08 Clap
09 Crushing (BX Version)
10 AG On J Dilla And Party Arty
11 10 To 10
12 Gems I Spit
13 Keep It Movin’
14 Heavy Head
15 Shouts

Copywrite f/ Middle Distance Runner “Forever And A Day” (Produced by RJD2)

In the wake of so much loss, sometimes you can find enlightenment. Somewhere between frustration and remorse, Copywrite found the words to pen “Forever and A Day”. Reflecting on the recent loss of his longtime friend and collaborator, Camu Tao, the words flowed from the page to the microphone. With a song this special, Copywrite turned to his other longtime collaborator RJD2, who like Camu and Copywrite was also a founding member of the group MHz. The haunting production matches the mood of the somber lyrics of Copywrite. In order to complete the song, Middle Distance Runner, an Indie Rock Band, was brought in to add layers and sing the hook. In the end, this track speaks to anyone who has experienced loss, regret and a longing for a loved one who has passed. This track is part of Copywrite’s upcoming album “The Life and Times of Peter Nelson” due out in October of 2010 on Man Bites Dog Records.